Ethylmethylamine
What is Ethylmethylamine?
Ethylmethylamine (CAS 624-78-2), also referred to as N-methylethylamine, is a secondary aliphatic amine used as a reactive building block and process chemical.
Where is Ethylmethylamine used?
- Pharmaceutical synthesis: alkylating agent or amine source in the preparation of API intermediates
- Personal care: conditioning agents and buffering components where pH management is critical
- Flavor chemistry: construction of nitrogen-containing aroma compounds targeting specific taste profiles
- Specialty resins and coatings: curing agent or crosslinker
- Its secondary amine functionality makes it a practical intermediate for synthesizing active compounds and functional additives.
Good to know: Handled under inert conditions due to its volatility and reactive nature. Buyers should confirm concentration and stabilizer content with suppliers before purchase.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk drums or isotanks
- Technical grade standard; high-purity grades for pharmaceutical and flavor applications
Other Names (Synonyms)
n-methylethylamine|n-ethyl-n-methylamine|n-methylethanamine|n-ethylmethylamine